1988 BMW M3 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | M3 | F1 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |