1980 BMW M1 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 29 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 58 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
