2005 BMW 748 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 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 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 748 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
