1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 798 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR V8 S has manual transmission. 1990 TVR V8 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Roadmaster | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
| 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 | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
