1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 31 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| 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 | 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 | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
