1971 BMW 3 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 3 | Regal |
Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |