2005 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 26 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 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 |
