1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 33 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 81 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
