1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 20 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, both vehicles can yield 177 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 BMW 118.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Roadmaster | 118 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
