1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1966 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
