1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 404 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
