1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 34 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 will offer significantly more control. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Regal | G25 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |