1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bristol 409 | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | 409 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |