2005 BMW 745 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 27 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 595 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.
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, 2005 BMW 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 745 | Regal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |