1987 Buick Regal vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 672 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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 (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1961 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1961 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Regal | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
