2001 McLaren F1 vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 McLaren F1 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona, 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2001 McLaren F1 | 1995 Proton Persona | |
Make | McLaren | Proton |
Model | F1 | Persona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |