1986 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 810 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Regal. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Regal | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 94 L |