2008 BMW 730 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 McLaren F1 would be higher. 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 390 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730. 2008 BMW 730 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. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 730 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
