1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. 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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 401 | S90 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
