1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 35 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 132 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
