1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 409 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |