1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 335 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.
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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 401 | S |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |