2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (500 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (644 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Corvette | F1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
