1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 412 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | 412 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
