2004 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
