1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 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 305 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Armada. 2013 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3130 mm |
