2003 BMW M3 vs. 1977 BMW 732
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1977 BMW 732 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 732 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
