1980 BMW M1 vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 539 kg more than 1980 BMW M1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo 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. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 BMW M1 | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M1 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 295 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 | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |