1998 McLaren F1 vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio 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) has 368 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 474 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
