1997 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Lexus SC.
Because 1997 Lexus SC 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 1997 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | SC | Regal |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
