1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
