1974 Bristol 411 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 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 81 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1576 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 |
