1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 403. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1955 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 403 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
