2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 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 437 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 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 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 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 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Land Rover | McLaren |
| Model | Discovery | F1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6061 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 |
