2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 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 117 more horse power than 2009 BMW M6. (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 615 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6. 2009 BMW M6 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. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | M6 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
