2005 BMW 325 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 LM would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 325 | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
