2009 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2001 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 550 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3791 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |