2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 243 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2005 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2005 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fighter | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
