1981 Maserati Kyalami vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, both 1981 Maserati Kyalami and 1981 BMW M1 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Kyalami is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Kyalami weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 BMW M1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Maserati Kyalami | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Kyalami | M1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 4135 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 273 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
