2009 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M6 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
