1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. 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 173 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 954 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR 1600 has manual transmission. 1972 TVR 1600 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 Buick Roadmaster | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Roadmaster | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
