1985 Innocenti 990 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 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 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 609 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 348 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. 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, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Innocenti | McLaren |
| Model | 990 | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2720 mm |
