2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 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 307 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Suburban | F1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
