1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 23 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, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
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 (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 118 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |