2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 413 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 321 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Fighter | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
