1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
