1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. 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 592 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Renault 4, 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 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 GTR | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
