1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
