2005 BMW 740 vs. 1990 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 15 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1990 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 740 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |