1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
