1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 44 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 408 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
