1977 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 30 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2007 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | XLR |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |