2003 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 628 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
