1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 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 551 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Citroen | McLaren |
| Model | 15 | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
