1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
