1995 BMW S3 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, both 1995 BMW S3 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 322 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
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 S3. (260 Nm). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW S3 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | S3 | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 705 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |