1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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 444 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | McLaren | Volkswagen |
| Model | F1 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
