1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 23 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 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 285 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bristol 409 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | 409 | Estate |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |