1979 Bristol 412 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 412 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
