1982 Citroen LN vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN 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 611 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 302 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Citroen LN, 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 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Citroen | McLaren |
| Model | LN | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
