1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 406 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
