2007 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 328 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
