1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1956 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Bristol 405 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 405 | 400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |