1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 455 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. 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 Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 407 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 95 L |
