1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 33 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 128 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
