1980 BMW M1 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 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 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M1 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
