2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 281 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Dodge | McLaren |
| Model | Ram | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
