2009 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
Because 2009 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 528 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
