1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 385 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 406 | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
