1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 406 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
