1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
Because 1965 Bristol 409 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 409 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
