2003 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | M3 | Regal |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |