1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR 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 351 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F1 GTR | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
