1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 408 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
