1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
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 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 552 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
| Model | F1 GTR | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
