1977 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Bristol 412. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 412 | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
