1962 Bristol 407 vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Bristol 407 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark, 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, 1962 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 407 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
