2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 McLaren F1 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2005 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | 530 | F1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |