2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Fighter | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
