1980 BMW M1 vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, both 1980 BMW M1 and 1980 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1980 Toyota Crown.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
