1980 BMW M1 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, both 1980 BMW M1 and 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 531 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
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 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | M1 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
