2001 BMW X5 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X5 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
