McLaren F1 GTR

vs

McLaren GT

UK vs UK — 1995 vs 2019

McLaren F1 GTR (1995)
McLaren GT (2019)
Specifications
F1 GTR LongtailGT Grand Tourer
Horsepower600 hp612 hp
Torque480 lb-ft465 lb-ft
Engine Size6,064 cc3,994 cc
0-60 mph3.2 sec3.1 sec
Top Speed205 mph203 mph
¼ Mile10.8 sec11.0 sec
Weight2,299 lbs3,232 lbs
Wheelbase2,718 mm2,675 mm
Length4,890 mm4,683 mm
Units Produced28
Original MSRP$210,000
Value (Excellent)$25,000,000$210,000
Collectibility10/105/10
Rarity10/104/10
The Verdict

This matchup is remarkably close. The 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail offers higher top speed, lighter weight, stronger collectibility, while the 2019 McLaren GT Grand Tourer counters with quicker acceleration, better value. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.

Overview

Within the McLaren stable, the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail and 2019 McLaren GT Grand Tourer represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the McLaren badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail producing 600 hp and the 2019 McLaren GT Grand Tourer delivering 612 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren F1 GTR uses a V12 DOHC displacing 6,064 cc, while the McLaren GT relies on a V8 DOHC Twin-Turbo with 3,994 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2019 McLaren GT Grand Tourer edges ahead at 3.1 seconds versus 3.2 seconds. The McLaren F1 GTR carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 933 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail commands a significant premium over the 2019 McLaren GT Grand Tourer, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.