1961 BMW 700 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 700 | Regal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |