1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird 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 489 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Thunderbird | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |