1994 BMW 735 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 BMW 735. (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 735. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 735 | M1 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |