1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 408 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 69 L |
