1961 BMW 700 vs. 1998 Buick Regal
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 37 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), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 834 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.
Because 1961 BMW 700 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 1961 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 700 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
