1999 Buick Regal vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 13 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 375 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 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 640 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |