1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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, 2010 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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 (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 325 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |