1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1962 Bristol 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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. 1962 Bristol 407 has automatic transmission and 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Bristol 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 407 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
