2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | BMW | Bristol |
| Model | 325 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 787 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
