2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Regal 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 1978 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 1978 Buick Regal (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Brilliance | Buick |
Model | BS4 | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |