1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
