1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 370 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | McLaren | Nissan |
Model | F1 GTR | Frontier |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |