1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1035 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 S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 849 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 405 | S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3165 mm |
