1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bristol 409 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 409 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
