1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 563 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 GTR | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
