1992 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 320 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
