1978 BMW M1 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M1 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
