1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 143 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M1 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 62 L |
