1949 Bristol 400 vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 56 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V40 weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Volvo V40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 400 | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
