1980 BMW M1 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 574 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M1 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
