2007 BMW 323 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 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 323. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 323 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
