1970 Bristol 411 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 43 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 64 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
