1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1230 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
