2004 BMW 330 vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 330 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1176 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 |
