2009 BMW 118 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 32 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, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 118 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |