1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 789 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 404 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2835 mm |
