2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2001 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 888 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Blenheim | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2320 mm |
