1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Magna 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 516 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 205 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F1 GTR | Magna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
