1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 412 | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
