1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Bristol | Mazda |
Model | 406 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2990 mm |