1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 191 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 116 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |