2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | Z4 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 619 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
