1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004.
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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 2004 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 2004 | Regal |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |