2009 BMW 120 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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 (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 120 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |