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BMW M1

General information

ModelBMW M1
Year1980
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3453 ccm (210.70 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement3453 ccm (210.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power277.7 PS (204 kW or 274 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque330.00 Nm (33.6 kgf-m or 243.4 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed262.0 km/h (162.8 mph)
0-60 miles6.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1963 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4660 litres (1,231 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1416 kg (3,121.7 pounds)
Overall length4370 mm (172.0 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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