2009 BMW 523 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | BMW | McLaren |
Model | 523 | F1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |