2004 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
Because 2004 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2003 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | M3 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
