1999 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 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 2011 Ford F-350. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
