1971 BMW 2002 vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 444 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 2002 | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
