1984 BMW 628 vs. 1984 McLaren MP4
To start off, both 1984 BMW 628 and 1984 McLaren MP4 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 McLaren MP4 (741 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 McLaren MP4 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1984 McLaren MP4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1984 McLaren MP4 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 628 | MP4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 540 kg |
