1985 BMW 324 vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 338 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW 324 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 324 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
