2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Fighter. (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Fighter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bristol Fighter. (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bristol Fighter. 2009 Bugatti Veyron 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. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2009 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Bristol | Bugatti |
| Model | Fighter | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
