2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z 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 467 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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 652 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Fighter | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 35 L |
