1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet APV and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1996 McLaren F1 GTR 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 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV, 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 1996 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | APV | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
