1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 19 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 48 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 411 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
