2000 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 750 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 750 | Regal |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5646 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 387 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |