1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 19 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 (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
