2007 BMW 320 vs. 1980 BMW M1
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1980 BMW M1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | M1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
