1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | A |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 |
