1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 412 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
