1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 412 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
