1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 640 kg more than 1954 Bristol 405. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 405 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
