1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 215 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 405 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
