1976 Bristol 412 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 412 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2815 mm |
