1992 Buick Regal vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 21 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |