1974 BMW 518 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 BMW 518. 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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 518 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 518 | Regal |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |