2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 325 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
