1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bristol 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bristol 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2639 mm |
