Germany vs Germany — 1975 vs 1978
| 911 Turbo (930) | M1 Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 277 hp |
| Torque | 304 lb-ft | 243 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,299 cc | 3,453 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.0 sec | 5.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 162 mph | 163 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.5 sec | 13.8 sec |
| Weight | 2,866 lbs | 3,164 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,272 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Length | 4,291 mm | 4,360 mm |
| Units Produced | 21,589 | 456 |
| Original MSRP | $62,000 | $100,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $300,000 | $800,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo (930) brings quicker acceleration, lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 1978 BMW M1 Standard answers with higher top speed, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Sports Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo (930) versus the 1978 BMW M1 Standard. Both hail from Malaise era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo (930) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 300 hp compared to 277 hp, a 23-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche 911 uses a Flat-6 SOHC Turbocharged air-cooled displacing 3,299 cc, while the BMW M1 relies on a Inline-6 with 3,453 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo (930) edges ahead at 5.0 seconds versus 5.3 seconds. The Porsche 911 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 298 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 456 units built, the 1978 BMW M1 Standard is considerably scarcer than the Porsche 911's 21,589 examples. On the collector market, the 1978 BMW M1 Standard commands a significant premium over the 1975 Porsche 911 Turbo (930), reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.