1997 Lexus GS vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1997 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 546 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.
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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS. 1997 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2002 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2002 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus GS | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lexus | McLaren |
| Model | GS | F1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
