2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Vanquish | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
