2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 8 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 191 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 18 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Fighter | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Bristol | Nissan |
Model | Fighter | Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7992 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |