1978 Bristol 412 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bristol 412. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bristol 412 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Bristol | Volvo |
Model | 412 | S60 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |