1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1956 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1956 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1956 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 405 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2815 mm |
