1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 134 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M1 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |
