1989 BMW 850 vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 850 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |