2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 LM would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1995 McLaren F1 LM has manual transmission. 1995 McLaren F1 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Dodge | McLaren |
| Model | Charger | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
