1977 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 36 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | BRZ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |