1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 409 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
