2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Bristol | Talbot |
| Model | Fighter | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
