2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 449 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | A6 | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
