1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 140 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 405 | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
