1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 29 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 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 CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 412 | CLS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |