2003 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | M3 | 504 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |