1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre 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 @ 7400 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick LeSabre. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Buick | McLaren |
Model | LeSabre | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |