1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740. 1977 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | 412 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
