1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 406 | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
