1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 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 545 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
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, 1971 NSU Ro 80, 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | McLaren | NSU |
| Model | F1 LM | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
