1975 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 411 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
