2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Because 2005 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 2005 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
