2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lincoln | McLaren |
| Model | Navigator | F1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2720 mm |
