1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 412 | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |