2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 McLaren MP4-12C would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 966 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Compare all specifications:
2012 McLaren MP4-12C | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | McLaren | GMC |
Model | MP4-12C | Savana |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1199 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |