1990 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
