1988 BMW M5 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | M5 | F1 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |