1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 64 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 615 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 402 | E |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2874 mm |
