2009 BMW 760 vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 760 | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 760 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |