1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 407 | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
