1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1991 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 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 47 more horse power than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick LeSabre. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1991 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 409 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
