1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 Bristol 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Bristol 405 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 1957 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1957 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1957 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 405 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
