2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | M3 | F1 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 619 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |