2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 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 417 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 957 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Explorer | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2720 mm |
