1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1642 kg |
