1976 BMW 630 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 542 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 630 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |