1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1996 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 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Dodge | McLaren |
Model | Spirit | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |