1992 Buick Regal vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 318 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |