2008 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 2008 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M6 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
