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Bristol Bullet 4.8 V8 (374 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Bristol Bullet:
The Bristol Bullet is a two-seat, open-top sports car produced by Bristol Cars. Originally announced under the working title of "Project Pinnacle" in 2015, it was first shown to the public under camouflage at the 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Bullet commemorates Bristol's 70th anniversary, and is the company's first all-new car since the Bristol Fighter, which was produced between 2004 and 2011, as well as the first Bristol car to utilize a carbon fibre body and a Morgan Plus 8 chassis. Power is sourced from a naturally aspirated 4. 8-litre BMW V8 producing 400 bhp , but will be the last Bristol to do so before switching to forced induction engines. The retro design was a homage of the Bristol 405 Drophead coupé....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Bullet Overview:
Bristol Bullet (Bullet). With 502 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1100 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.8 s). The top speed reaches 249 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
As a low-volume, bespoke luxury sports car, the Bristol Bullet was not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing. Safety features are likely focused on driver aids rather than comprehensive passive crash protection ratings, typical for such exclusive vehicles.
4.8 V8 (374 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.8 V8 with automatic transmission delivers robust performance, offering strong acceleration (3.8s 0-100km/h) and a thrilling driving experience, well-suited for a lightweight roadster.
Fuel Economy
Given its naturally aspirated V8 engine and performance focus, fuel economy will be secondary, likely moderate to low for its class, prioritizing power delivery over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exclusive and unique retro-modern design
- • Strong V8 performance and rapid acceleration
- • Hand-built craftsmanship and bespoke feel
- • Engaging and direct driving experience
- • Lightweight construction enhances agility
Cons:
- • Extremely high purchase price and exclusivity
- • Limited availability and potential parts sourcing challenges
- • Potentially high running and maintenance costs
- • Lack of modern independent safety ratings (Euro NCAP)
- • Limited practicality as a 2-seater roadster
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Bristol |
| Model: | Bullet |
| Generation: | Bullet |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.8 V8 (374 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Roadster |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 374 Hp @ 6300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 77.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 502 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4799 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 249 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.9 kg/Hp, 340 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.2 kg/Nm, 456.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1100 |
| Max. weight: | 1250 |
| Max load: | 150 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4200 mm mm |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm |
| Height: | 1200 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2553 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/35 R19; 245/35 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 19 |
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