2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 38 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Fighter | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | Fighter | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |