1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 35 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
