1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
