2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Bristol | Ferrari |
| Model | Fighter | Dino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
