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1979 BMW M1
Photo: NetCarShow
BMW M1
BMW built the M1 in 1978–2011. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 2 of them, from the 1979 BMW M1 to the 2008 BMW M1. Body styles here: Coupé. Sold new in Europe.
- Built
- 1978–2011
- Brand from
- Germany
- Body styles
- Coupé
- Sold new in
- Europe
- In the catalog
- 2 cars, 1 of them concepts
How it changed
The most powerful here is the 1979 BMW M1 at 277 hp (207 kW), more than 59% of the cars in the catalog. Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 1979 BMW M1, in 5.9 s.
Every M1 in the catalog
2008 BMW M1 Concept
To mark the 30th anniversary of the BMW M1 super sports car, BMW Group Design is presenting a homage to this legendary model as part of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2008.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
Specs side by side
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 M1 | 277 hp (207 kW) | 243 lb-ft (329 Nm) | 5.9 s | 163 mph (262 km/h) | 1,300 kg (2,866 lb) | 3.5 L inline-6 | Rear Wheel Drive | Manual, 5 Speed |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
Rivals
Cars from other brands in the same class, with similar power and from the same years:
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