1977 Buick Regal vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 35 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 328 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |