2009 BMW 135 vs. 2001 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2001 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 135 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |