1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1965 Bristol 408 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 408 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
