1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 330 kg more than 1951 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 400 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | CLK |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 69 L |