2007 BMW M vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | M | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |