2005 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8, 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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A8 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |
