1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 1999 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 1999 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1999 McLaren F1 | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | McLaren | Pontiac |
Model | F1 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |