1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 705 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 401 | G |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
