1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Bristol 409 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 1965 Bristol 409. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 409 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
