1963 Bristol 408 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Bristol 408 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Bristol 408 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 408 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
