1986 Lada Samara vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Samara would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lada Samara, 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Samara | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lada | McLaren |
| Model | Samara | F1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
