1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1949 Bristol 400. 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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 400 | 265 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |