1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 405 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 407 | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
