1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 405 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
