1972 Bristol 411 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Bristol 411 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 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, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
