2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 330 | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
