1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW Z1 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:
| 1989 BMW Z1 | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Z1 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
