2002 Buick Regal vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 528 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |