1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 411 | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |