2009 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 335 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3214 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
