1980 BMW M1 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 123 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M1 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2499 mm |
