1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 402 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | McLaren | TVR |
Model | F1 GTR | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |