1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 401 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
