1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Regal (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 205 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 403 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | 403 | Regal |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |