1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
