1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 50 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 400 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
