1979 BMW 735 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 735 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 735 | Regal |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |