1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (361 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
