2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Fighter would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | Fighter | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
