1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 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 192 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
