2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Fighter | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
