1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP) has 560 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Land Rover | McLaren |
| Model | 88 | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
