1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 61 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 501 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.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1950 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1950 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 401 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2936 mm |
