1994 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, both 1994 BMW 316 and 1994 Buick Roadmaster were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 153 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 910 kg more than 1994 BMW 316. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 316 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:
1994 BMW 316 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 316 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |