2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 46 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bristol | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fighter | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |