1971 Audi Variant vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 607 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi Variant weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, 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 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | Variant | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
