1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
