1980 BMW M1 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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. 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 105 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 84 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2615 mm |
