1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1995 McLaren F1 LM and 1995 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 536 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 328 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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 LM | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | McLaren | Volvo |
Model | F1 LM | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |