2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 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 144 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Tribute | M1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |
