1965 Bristol 409 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo S80, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 409 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
