2003 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 628 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
