1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 603 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |