1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 412 | CL |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |