2007 BMW 130 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 130 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
