1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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 99 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
