1967 Bristol 409 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 409 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 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 |
