1996 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 kg more than 1996 BMW 528.
Because 1996 BMW 528 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 1996 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 528 | Regal |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |