1995 BMW 317 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 8 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 187 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 221 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 317 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
