1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 402 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 120 L |
