1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1965 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 408 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
