1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 408 | C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
