2005 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |