2005 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1995 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
