1980 BMW M1 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 18 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 54 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
