1980 Audi 100 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 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 575 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 54 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, 1980 Audi 100, 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 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | 100 | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
