2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda, 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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Fiat | McLaren |
| Model | Panda | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
