1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 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 (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 485 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 406 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
