1998 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 604 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden 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 1959 Moretti Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti Golden has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti Golden will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Regal | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
Make | Buick | Moretti |
Model | Regal | Golden |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |