1998 McLaren F1 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 McLaren F1 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 McLaren F1 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 1998 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | McLaren | Seat |
| Model | F1 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
