1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
