1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 285 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 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 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.
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1987 Buick Regal | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 328 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |