1948 Bristol 400 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 56 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 336 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
