1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP) has 373 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | SS | F1 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 618 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
