1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 35 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 155 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.
Because 1961 Bristol 407 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 1961 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | 407 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |