2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 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 2004 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2005 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Fighter | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
