1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 22 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 430 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Bristol 406. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1960 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1960 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 406 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 95 L |
