2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2003 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260.
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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (529 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | 260 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
