2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 807 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lincoln | McLaren |
| Model | Navigator | F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2720 mm |
