2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bristol |
| Model | DBS | Fighter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
