1995 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, both 1995 BMW 330 and 1995 Buick Roadmaster were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 675 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW 330 1995 Buick Roadmaster
Make BMW Buick
Model 330 Roadmaster
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 193 HP 257 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 2070 kg
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2040 mm


 

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