2001 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 5 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, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 745 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |