2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Infiniti | McLaren |
| Model | FX | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
