2004 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 17 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 318 | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |