2004 BMW 118 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 118 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
