1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1967 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1967 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1967 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 408 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
