1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 9 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 184 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | Century |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
