2009 BMW 750 vs. 1992 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 1992 Buick Roadmaster
Make BMW Buick
Model 750 Roadmaster
Year Released 2009 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 363 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 88.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5490 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 87 L


 

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