1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 27 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 112 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 440 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M1 | 525 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |