1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat 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 305 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 258 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1995 McLaren F1 LM has manual transmission. 1995 McLaren F1 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Buick | McLaren |
| Model | Wildcat | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
