1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 73 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Roadmaster | 330 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |