1949 Bristol 450 vs. 1949 Volvo PV 60
To start off, both 1949 Bristol 450 and 1949 Volvo PV 60 were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Volvo PV 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 450 (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Volvo PV 60. (85 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1949 Volvo PV 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Volvo PV 60 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Bristol 450 | 1949 Volvo PV 60 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 450 | PV 60 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
