1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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, 1969 Bristol 411 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 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 | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
