2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 36 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Buick Riviera. (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Buick Riviera. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Fighter | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
