1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1996 McLaren F1 GTR and 1996 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 525 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205. 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, 1996 Peugeot 205, 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 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | McLaren | Peugeot |
Model | F1 GTR | 205 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |