1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Bristol 408 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 408 | S |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |