1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1948 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1948 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 400 | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Bristol | Mazda |
Model | 400 | Levante |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |