1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna 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 427 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 280 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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
