2004 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
