1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 407 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
