1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 407 | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
