1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 404 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
