1996 BMW 525 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 1 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 486 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
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 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | 525 | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |