1997 McLaren F1 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1997 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1997 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 McLaren F1 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | McLaren | BMW |
Model | F1 | 320 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |