1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | SL |
Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |