1946 Bristol 450 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Bristol 450 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 450 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
