1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | 66 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
