1980 BMW M1 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 30 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Because 1980 BMW M1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1. 2010 Toyota Venza 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. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M1 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
