1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 42 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 408 | G |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 96 L |
