2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 287 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 176 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Fighter | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
