1998 BMW 316 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 316 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
