1988 BMW 524 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 514 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 524 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
