1965 Bristol 408 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 408 | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |