2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 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) has 401 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 930 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Land Rover | McLaren |
| Model | Discovery | F1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 618 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
