1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
