1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark 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 479 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, 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 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1995 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Buick | McLaren |
| Model | Skylark | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
