2006 BMW 730 vs. 1998 Buick Regal
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1998 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 730 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
