1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 455 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 408 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 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 Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 95 L |
