1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Commodore | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Holden | McLaren |
Model | Commodore | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |