1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603.
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 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 603 | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |