1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 409 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 409 | S |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |