2001 BMW 735 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP) has 350 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2005 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2005 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 735 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 618 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
