1977 Buick Regal vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1996 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1996 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Regal | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |