2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus GT 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Lotus | McLaren |
Model | GT 1 | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |