1997 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 16 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 179 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 McLaren F1. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | McLaren | BMW |
| Model | F1 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
