BMW M1 (1978-81)
O ne of the most inspiring and exciting BMWs ever produced, the M1 was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and became the first mid-engine BMW to be mass produced. The car was hand built by BMW Motorsport as a homologation special for sports car racing.
The M1 was powered by a twin-cam six-cylinder engine with a Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection. Equipped with six separate throttle butterflies and four valves per cylinder, the engine produced about 270 horsepower in street tune. On the other hand, turbocharged racing versions made as much as 850 horsepower.
Only 456 production M1s were built, making it one of BMW's most exclusive models, which still rank among the most exotic supercars ever manufactured. While a few continue to be raced in historic events, the majority have found their way into museums and collector’s garages.
In 2008, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the M1, BMW Group Design created the M1 Homage. Although described by BMW as a “design study,” many enthusiasts are hopeful the car someday will be manufactured – time will tell. –Larry Sanata
PHOTOS and VIDEOS, including the M1 at Nurburgring, at right.
SPECS :
Price: $190,000 to $300,000
Engine: I-6
Horsepower: 270
Torque: 243 at 5,000 rpm
Top Speed: 163
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