1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 411 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
