1978 BMW M1 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 16 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 100 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M1 | 968 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 74 L |