2005 Subaru Baja vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 26 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Baja | M1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 116 L |
