1981 BMW M1 tire and wheel sizes

Find out what wheels and tires fit the 1981 BMW M1

Check the tables below to get all tire sizes, wheel sizes, bolt patterns (PCD), rims offset, and tire pressure.

The 1981 BMW M1 tire sizes are 205/55VR16, 225/50VR16, 245/35ZR19, 265/35ZR19.

The 1981 BMW M1 bolt pattern is 5x120. For more info check the size tables below.

Vehicle generations

E26 1978 - 1981

BMW M1 E26 1978 - 1981

M1 3.5

1981 BMW M1 3.5

Generation: E26 1978 - 1981

Power: 274 hp

Engine: M88B35, I6 , Petrol

Center Bore (DIA): 72.6 mm

PCD: 5x120

Thread Size: M12 x 1.5

Tire size Rim size and Bolt pattern Tire Pressure
Front 205/55 VR16
Rear 225/50 VR16
16x7 ET47 5x120
16x8 5x120

Front 245/35 ZR19 93Y
Rear 265/35 ZR19 98Y
19x9 ET31 5x120
19x10 ET25 5x120
2.3 bar / 33 psi
2.2 bar / 32 psi

Other BMW M1 production years

1978197919801981

Additional info:

Cars with 5x120 bolt pattern


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