1994 BMW 735 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 735 | Regal |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |