McLaren F1 GTR

vs

McLaren F1 LM

UK vs United Kingdom — 1995 vs 1995

McLaren F1 GTR (1995)
McLaren F1 LM (1995)
Specifications
F1 GTR LongtailF1 LM LM
Horsepower600 hp680 hp
Torque480 lb-ft520 lb-ft
Engine Size6,064 cc6,064 cc
0-60 mph3.2 sec3.2 sec
Top Speed205 mph225 mph
¼ Mile10.8 sec11.1 sec
Weight2,299 lbs2,223 lbs
Wheelbase2,718 mm2,731 mm
Length4,890 mm4,293 mm
Units Produced285
Original MSRP$1,000,000
Value (Excellent)$25,000,000$25,000,000
Collectibility10/1010/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

The 1995 McLaren F1 LM LM emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

The McLaren F1 GTR lineage tells a fascinating story of automotive evolution. Comparing the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail with the 1995 McLaren F1 LM LM reveals how McLaren refined and reimagined one of its most important nameplates over the years. The 1995 McLaren F1 LM LM holds a clear advantage in raw power with 680 hp compared to 600 hp, a 80-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren F1 GTR uses a V12 DOHC displacing 6,064 cc, while the McLaren F1 LM relies on a 6.1L BMW V12 with 6,064 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1995 McLaren F1 LM LM edges ahead at 3.2 seconds versus 3.2 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 5 units built, the 1995 McLaren F1 LM LM is considerably scarcer than the McLaren F1 GTR's 28 examples.