1978 Buick Regal vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Regal | 330 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |