1974 BMW Touring vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | Touring | F1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |