1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 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 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
