1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 512 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 GTR | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
