1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 47 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
