1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1970 Buick GS
To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1970 Buick GS | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 406 | GS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
