2007 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1998 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 525 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
