1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 540 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 137 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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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 582 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | McLaren | Citroen |
| Model | F1 GTR | C4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
