1955 Buick 40 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 393 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Buick | McLaren |
| Model | 40 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
