1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1967 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
