1981 Audi UR vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR 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 463 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 238 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | UR | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
