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Buick Roadmaster Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1949–1953) — Fifth Generation

The fifth-generation Buick Roadmaster returned the nameplate to full-size, rear-drive comfort, with the Estate 5-door wagon offering family space, a long wheelbase and the relaxed highway manners that define traditional American touring cars.

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Buick Roadmaster Engines and Transmissions

Expect a large-displacement gasoline V8 rather than a small, hard-working unit: the 5.3 AT pairs its engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. A Buick Roadmaster engine of this type favours effortless low-speed pulling power over revs, so the powertrain stays quiet and unhurried while towing or cruising loaded.

Estate 5-door — Buick Roadmaster Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Buick Roadmaster Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
5.3 ATGasoline5247 cm³154 hp113 kW380 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Buick Roadmaster Dimensions

Estate 5-door — Buick Roadmaster Dimensions

Estate 5-door Buick Roadmaster Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
5.3 AT5404 mm2032 mm1636 mm3308 mm