2008 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1993 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
