1969 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1969 Bristol 411. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1969 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bristol 411. (576 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bristol 411 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
