1958 Bristol 405 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 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 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 188 kg more than 1958 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 405 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
