1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 44 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 1 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Bristol 405 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 1956 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626, 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, both vehicles can yield 152 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 405 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
