1989 BMW 850 vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | 850 | F1 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |