1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | McLaren | BMW |
| Model | F1 GTR | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
