UK vs UK — 1993 vs 1995
| F1 Road Car | F1 GTR Longtail | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 618 hp | 600 hp |
| Torque | 480 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,064 cc | 6,064 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 3.2 sec | 3.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 240 mph | 205 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 11.1 sec | 10.8 sec |
| Weight | 2,509 lbs | 2,299 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,718 mm | 2,718 mm |
| Length | 4,287 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Units Produced | 106 | 28 |
| Original MSRP | $815,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $28,000,000 | $25,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Numbers favor the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail with quicker acceleration, lighter weight, greater rarity. The 1993 McLaren F1 Road Car offers higher top speed, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.
Few model names carry as much weight as the McLaren F1. The 1993 and 1995 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1993 McLaren F1 Road Car producing 618 hp and the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail delivering 600 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren F1 uses a V12 BMW S70/2 displacing 6,064 cc, while the McLaren F1 GTR relies on a V12 DOHC with 6,064 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail edges ahead at 3.2 seconds versus 3.2 seconds. The McLaren F1 GTR carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 210 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 28 units built, the 1995 McLaren F1 GTR Longtail is considerably scarcer than the McLaren F1's 106 examples.