1980 BMW M1 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M1 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
