1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 240 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 240 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 406 | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |