1980 BMW M1 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 31 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 145 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 249 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 BMW M1 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M1 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |