1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 405 | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
