1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 310 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1995 McLaren F1 LM 2007 Porsche 911
Make McLaren Porsche
Model F1 LM 911
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 6063 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 660 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 705 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 357 km/hour 288 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1062 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2360 mm


 

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