1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 57 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 310 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 405 | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
