2004 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 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 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1495 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 |
