1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (183 Nm). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 408 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
