1966 Bristol 409 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bristol 409 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
