1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 63 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 541 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 400 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1711 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
