1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 411 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
