1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1955 Bristol 403. 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 403 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
