1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 636 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1602 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1602 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1602 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
