1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 416 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Bristol 406 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 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1959 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 406 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
