2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 328 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| 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 | 231 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
