1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 405 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
