1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 135 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 401 | E |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |