1988 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 830 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
