1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
