1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 8 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 700 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
