1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406. 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Bristol | Mazda |
Model | 406 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |