1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Bristol | Buick |
Model | 603 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |