1990 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, both 1990 BMW M3 and 1990 Buick Roadmaster were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW M3 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |