1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
