1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 623 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 152 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, 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 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | McLaren | Saab |
| Model | F1 LM | 95 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
