2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 566 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Fighter | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
