1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 58 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 402 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
