1987 BMW 318 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 574 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
