1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (275 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GS 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 2005 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Regal | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
