2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 8 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 578 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | MCC | McLaren |
| Model | ForTwo | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2720 mm |
