1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Bristol 406.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 406 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
