1980 BMW M1 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 33 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. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M1 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2475 mm |
