1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1955 Bristol 405. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 405 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 405 | 264 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |