1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 522 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 332 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
| Model | F1 LM | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
