1972 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Bristol 411 | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2639 mm |
