1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (289 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
