1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 150 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 407 | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
