1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 411 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
