1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 412 | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
