1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Roadmaster | M3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
