2004 BMW 545 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 545 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
