1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 856 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Turbo | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
