1987 Buick Regal vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Regal | 330 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
