2007 BMW 120 vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 120 | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |