1978 Buick Regal vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Regal | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Regal | X5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
