2007 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 320 | Regal |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |