1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 47 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Bristol 407 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 407 | CLS |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |