1985 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 269 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 1998 McLaren F1 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 1998 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Taurus | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Taurus | F1 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |