1950 Bristol 401 vs. 1971 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1971 Buick Skylark is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 380 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 1971 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 401 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
