1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Roadmaster | DTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
