2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
