1971 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1971 BMW Touring 1993 Buick Roadmaster
Make BMW Buick
Model Touring Roadmaster
Year Released 1971 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2950 mm