1987 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
