2004 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 325 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
