1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 12 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Compare all specifications:
1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | McLaren | Koenigsegg |
Model | F1 GTR | CCXR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |