1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 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 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 250 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 407 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
