1995 BMW CLS vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM

To start off, both 1995 BMW CLS and 1995 McLaren F1 LM were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1995 BMW CLS. (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW CLS.

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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW CLS 1995 McLaren F1 LM
Make BMW McLaren
Model CLS F1 LM
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3001 cc 6063 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 350 HP 660 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 705 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm


 

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