1983 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 316 | Regal |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |