Bristol Fighter T

[McLareN]

NEW FIGHTER T TO BE ADDED TO FIGHTER AND FIGHTER S RANGE

· Twin turbocharged and intercooled 8 litre V10 engine

· 1012 bhp at 5600 rpm

· 1036 lb.ft of torque at 4500 rpm

· Bristol Cars have over a quarter of a century of turbocharging experience, for, in January 1980 they introduced UK’s first turbocharged car – the Bristol Beaufighter

· Functional exterior styling changes and mechanical alterations to suit the extra performance

· Lightweight sports interior

· First deliveries of Fighter T expected September 2007

· During the short time the Bristol Fighter has been on the market we have noted that owners tend to use the cars as everyday transport instead of a conventional car. They also love to use them for recreational or track day purposes.

· In spite of the Fighter and Fighter S’s very high performance, to our surprise we have sometimes been asked for more.

· The Fighter T (which will be an addition to the range) answers these requirements without losing one iota of street level credentials.

· At 3500 rpm the standard Fighter produces an impressive 525 lb.ft of torque. The Fighter T delivers more than 900 lb.ft at the same rpm, and continues to do so all the way up to the rev limit of 6000 rpm.

· Drag factor reduced to 0.27 by a new rear wake diffuser.

· A potential maximum speed of more than 270 mph has been electronically limited to a more than sufficient 225 mph at 4500 rpm.

· 0 to 60 mph in less than 3.5 seconds.

· Responding to the needs of some exacting customers we have created a very special Fighter variant which, as ever, remains a compact and enjoyable car to drive around town or as an exhilarating track car. Yet it takes two people and their luggage in great luxury and ease for trans continental travel.

· Bristol Cars believe that there is no other car with such a remarkable range of abilities.

BRIEF SPECIFICATIONS OF BRISTOL FIGHTER T


Engine:

All aluminium 8 litre V10. 9.3:1 compression ratio. Two ball bearing water cooled turbochargers with intercooling, uprated engine internals. High flow cylinder heads with high lift camshaft. High capacity cooling system and catalysts. Free flow exhaust with side of car exits. Output 127 bhp per litre. 1012 bhp at 5600 rpm. 1036 lb.ft of torque at 4500 rpm.

Transmission:

6 speed manual gearbox with increased torque capacity. Revised gear ratios to suit torque characteristics. 60 mph in first gear. 49.8 mph at 1000 rpm in 6th gear.

Chassis:

Structure 30% stiffer in torsion. Firmer springs. 10 mm lower ride height. 25% stiffer front anti-roll bar. Firmer sports dampers. Revised wishbone geometry front and rear. 40% increased castor. Ball jointed rear torque bushings. 285 x 19 inch front tyres. 335 x 19 inch rear tyres. 5 spoke 19 inch aluminium alloy lightweight wheels.

Exterior:

Radiused intake grille. Side exit exhaust pipes. Polished stainless steel outlets. Rear wake diffuser.

Interior:

Engine turned aluminium instrument and centre console. Faces with coloured varnish to match leather. Turned aluminium switch gear. Turbo boost gauge. Lightweight ‘racing style’ seats. Lightweight steering wheel.

[:Exige:]

This has the potential of being a real weapon methinks. We'll have to see ... Bristol have always made very interesting cars. Very driver focused.

[jorismo]

Saw that on the net a few days ago. I was wondering whysome of the high-res posters so long

[derekthetree]

no mention of weight but 1000bhp and 'only' 3.5 0-60 would say to me heavy or no traction...

wonder what torque it puts out at the tickover??

[:Exige:]

Originally Posted by derekthetree

no mention of weight but 1000bhp and 'only' 3.5 0-60 would say to me heavy or no traction...

The 0-60 is UNDER 3.5 seconds if you read closely. 3.5 just looks like a ballpark figure.

[Mr.Tiv]

Wow! I want one. I'd say that in the market area of 1000bhp cars, I'd take that over a veyron any day. I've always thought this to be a beautiful car, even if Bristols are, typically, a bit conservative in styling. I can't help but wonder what it will cost. On a related note, how much does a "normal" Fighter cost?

[go.pawel]

Originally Posted by Mr.Tiv

On a related note, how much does a "normal" Fighter cost?

Fighter - 229,000 GBP (approx. 342,000 EUR or 436,000 USD)
Fighter S - 257,000 GBP (approx. 384,000 EUR or 490,000 USD)

[Hold_&]

No idea about its weight ?

[Jack_Bauer]

Originally Posted by Hold_&

No idea about its weight ?

Bristol quotes a weight of 1475kg (3310lb) for the standard Fighter. I guess with the addition of the turbo, intercooler and I imagine extra cooling you could expect the weight to increase somewhat over that. So not a lightweight then, but certainly not in Veyron-esque heavyweight territory.

[:Exige:]

It's be more rewarding to drive than the Veyron - fact. Made by enthusiasts for enthusiasts.

[092326001]

Originally Posted by :Exige:

Made by enthusiasts for enthusiasts.

The only car that'll probably hold true in that statement is Lotus Seven

All other cars were made for profit.

BTW the Fighter needs new design, its just too boring. Maybe more agressive grill and headlights or hood could make more aggressive.

[RazorGraphX]

Originally Posted by 092326001

The only car that'll probably hold true in that statement is Lotus Seven

All other cars were made for profit.

If I remember correctly, the Jaguar XJ220 would also hold true to that statement. I believe it was designed by Jaguar engineers off the clock.

[:Exige:]

Originally Posted by 092326001

The only car that'll probably hold true in that statement is Lotus Seven

All other cars were made for profit.

You know little about Bristol obviously. If Bristol cared about profits, they wouldn't turn customers down who THEY think do not suit their brand. And there are thousands more cars that are not made for profit ... it's just that you've managed to focus on one of the few that are well known. If a car wasn't made for profit, it wouldn't sell many units and that's why you haven't heard of other cars not made for profit.

Of course, the Lotus Seven has been whored out by various companies ever since its conception. Caterham pretty much haven't made profit from anything else. Saying the Lotus Seven wasn't made for profit is unfounded. If I remember rightly, they made a special edition for 'The Prisoner' ... if that's not a money-making gimmick, then nothing is.

If I remember correctly, the Jaguar XJ220 would also hold true to that statement. I believe it was designed by Jaguar engineers off the clock.

You couldn't be any more wrong. If it wasn't made by enthusiasts, they would have used a V12 instead of the same V6 used in the Austin Metro 6R4. They would've gave it a half-decent soundtrack. The only reason the XJ220 didnt make profit apart from that is because of the economic crisis raging at the time. The XJR15 would be a better mule for your point.

[man 430gt]

My Days, that is one kick-ass car!..

[RazorGraphX]

Originally Posted by :Exige:

You couldn't be any more wrong. If it wasn't made by enthusiasts, they would have used a V12 instead of the same V6 used in the Austin Metro 6R4. They would've gave it a half-decent soundtrack. The only reason the XJ220 didnt make profit apart from that is because of the economic crisis raging at the time. The XJR15 would be a better mule for your point.

I could be slightly wrong, if I was referring to the production XJ220. The original prototype from 1988 did have a V12 in it. It was originally designed as a one-off by "The Saturday Club," and only put into production once Jaguar saw its potential, at which point, yes, it suffered from the economy at the time.