1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra 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 527 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1991 Opel Astra, 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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 GTR | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
