1992 BMW 540 vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 1 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 279 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 540 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |