1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 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, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
