1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1980 Volvo 244
To start off, 1980 Volvo 244 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 244. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1980 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
