1972 BMW M1 vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, both 1972 BMW M1 and 1972 BMW Turbo were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, both vehicles can yield 177 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW M1 | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M1 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
