1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Bristol 409 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bristol 409 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 409 | 120 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 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 | 58 L |