1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT 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 525 more horse power than 1987 Subaru XT. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru XT weights approximately 98 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1987 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | McLaren | Subaru |
| Model | F1 LM | XT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
