1980 BMW M1 vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 434 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M1 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
