2009 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 604 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
