1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 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 133 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2013 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
