Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?

I'm considering to buy a BMW but I'm a little confused by the rear wheeel drive, has anyone had problems with it?my last cars were all front wheel drive, will I be able to drive it in the winter?Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?It depends on things like how much snow you get where your live, how is the terrain (level or hills) and your driving skills.



Here we get snow 5-10 times a year and I have a set of snow tires for the winter. With the snow tires on when the road is snow covered, I notice that I could out-handle most other drivers despite having RWD.



Also, despite what some others here are saying, with rear will drive it may be more difficult to get traction while accelerating but it's a lot more stable when coasting down or breaking because as your release the accelerator pedal, it's the rear wheels slowing you down and not causing you to "fishtail" as is the case with FWD cars.Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?
If you do a bit of research, you'll find that either front-wheel drives are actually superior in terms of grip to rear-wheel drives. Simple experiment: on a moderately wet and/or slippery surface, try pushing something, like maybe something with wheels, to simulate rear-wheel drive, and also try turning every once in a while. Do the same again, but this time pull from the front to simulate front-wheel drive. If you've got the skill, sure you can adjust to snow driving on 2wd cars, but for bad traction conditions, it's always best to go 4wd/awd. Don't worry, there are currently some BMW sedans offering AWD, like 5 and 7 series ones. That or you can go for the upcoming X1, the X3, X5 or X6. Then, of course, common sense would dictate that you get snow tires or tires that are made for all weather conditions. Better yet, put something on the wheels to make it like they have caterpillar treads on them for more grip.Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?I live in Utah, which means snow almost everyday in the winter, and very thickly. Since it's RWD it's definitely more difficult to get traction than a 4x4 car or truck. However, the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), makes up for all of that. I often find myself sliding less than other vehicles because the DSC is so efficient. If you live off the beaten-road per say, then maybe you should just get an xi which is AWD.
Rear wheel drive shouldn't be a problem, you'll adjust quickly. Play in a parking lot during the 1st snowstorm. Depending on your location I would consider getting a set of snows, if you've go to get there during the storm. It makes it more convenient if you get spare rims and keep the snows mounted. Also, if you're deep into the snow belt consider the xi - all wheel drive. BTW I own a 325i rear wheel drive.Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?It all depends on the make, the heavier the vehicle is the better. On snow and ice RWD vehicles tend to fishtail if you accelerate quickly.



The Z4 is lighter at 3131 making it harder to stop and control in snow and ice, on the other end you have something like the 3-series that weighs in at around 3440 and has AWD if you get the 335i.Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?
I have a great answer to this question, because I bought a 1997, 540i and test drove right after a huge March Snow Blizzard. My street is a very streep uphill climb. The Bimmer got me up the street. It took some time, and there was some slipping and spinning, but the traction control helped out and I eventually got up the street. Bimmers are heavy and they do quite well even though they are rear wheel. Make sure you have new or good tires. See my car below.
unlike other cars, BMW's rear wheel drive isn't that bad in snow. My mother has a 7 series and she did fine over the past 2 winters. If you're still afraid, consider buying the all wheel drive version of the BMW. Its called "xi" at the end. Almost every series has this except the 7 series.Is it difficult to drive a BMW in winter, on snow or wet conditions?
i own a bmw and i was driving on the snow with the traction control turned on (DSC) it was pretty decent but if you try to press the throttle a little bit aggressively you will be spinning you wheels and probably you wont even move, but if you just go slow in the snow you shouldnt have any major difficulties hope it helps
There is a difference in driving front, rear and 4 wheel drive cars in the snow. During dry conditions there isn't much difference however, BMW's are built to handle the road better than regular cars. You will get used to rear wheel drive and love it.
i have an 06 330i and i hate driving in winter or in rain it shakes going at about 70 if u live somewhere where it snows or rains alot then u should probably try and get the all wheel drive. the tires are runflats so theyre not made for all weather conditions.
Get comfortable with it, take it out for a drive in the snow a few times to get used to it but not the Z4s or Z3s I've seen a lot of them stuck and slide while driving my TT.
this sickens me... buying a big mexican woman to drive.. :P my brother has a bmw and he hasnt had any problems so, its a nice car and i say go for it