2001 BMW M vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
