1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 505 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | S |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |