2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 McLaren F1

To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 850 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.

Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1997 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Land Rover Discovery 1997 McLaren F1
Make Land Rover McLaren
Model Discovery F1
Year Released 2001 1997
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3950 cc 6063 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 181 HP 618 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 341 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2720 mm


 

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