1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 406 | GS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
