2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 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 271 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bristol | Porsche |
| Model | Fighter | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
