1948 Bristol 400 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 726 kg more than 1948 Bristol 400. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 400 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | S |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
