1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 409 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
