2004 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
