2001 BMW 520 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 22 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 106 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 370 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | M1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 116 L |