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<p>The McLaren F1 is a super sports car, built from 1993 to 1998. It twice broke the record for the fastest naturally aspirated road vehicle in the world, reaching a top speed of 386.7 km/h. This record was made possible thanks to its revolutionary aerodynamics and its lightweight of 1140 kg, due to the chassis made of carbon fiber and the aluminum engine.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">History</h2>



<p><br>In 1989, McLaren founded the McLaren Cars brand. The main goal was to create an advanced supercar that would provide a unique experience for the driver. Then, in 1991, Gordon Murray began to create this car. To start its design, several wind tunnel tests were conducted to see which shape would have the best aerodynamic performance. The position and size of the radiator, intake, positive aerodynamic pressure, brake cooling, etc., were also tested. After that, Gordon decided to design the car.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Interior</h2>



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<p>A characteristic of this car is that the McLaren, unlike the two seats that used to be in cars &#8220;of this category,&#8221; has 3 seats where the driver is in the middle and the 2 passengers are next to him. It also has luggage space, and the driver can open the doors without getting out of the seat; however, getting into the car is &#8220;a bit complicated.&#8221;</p>



<figure data-amp-lightbox="true" class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://imcarenthusiast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Orange_McLaren_F1_interior-1024x768.jpg" alt="A characteristic of this car is that the McLaren, unlike the two seats that used to be in cars ";of this category,"; has 3 seats where the driver is in the middle and the 2 passengers are next to him. It also has luggage space, and the driver can open the doors without getting out of the seat; however, getting into the car is ";a bit complicated.";" class="wp-image-319"/></figure>



<p>Por Eliot from Las Vegas &#8211; McLaren F1 interior, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2435752</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">BMW Engine 6.1 V12 DOHC 48v de 627 hp</h2>



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<p>The engine was made by BMW and it has 627hp the compartment part of the exhaust system were coated with pure 24-karat gold. The application of gold, in this case, is not due to extravagance: this material is an excellent thermal conductor and cools easily, which is necessary when the engine is a true powerhouse.</p>



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<p>By Beemwej &#8211; Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9689184</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Versions</h2>



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<p><strong>McLaren F1 GTR LM</strong></p>



<p>A version created solely for racing. It was less powerful as it exceeded the regulations of its category. There was also a version with an extended rear. It has a 6.1 DOHC V12 engine from the street versions, but with 608 hp. It won the 24 Hours of Le Mans once and finished in second and third places.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://imcarenthusiast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Davidoff_McLaren_F1_GTR-1024x682.jpg" alt="McLaren F1 GTR LM" class="wp-image-321"/></figure>



<p>Por Tony Harrison from Farnborough, UK &#8211; Gulf Team Davidoff Mclaren F1 Donnington 1997, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3883955</p>



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<p><strong>Basic McLaren F1</strong></p>



<p>The most basic version of all, 64 units were produced. This was the version that twice broke the world record for the fastest car in the world. It had 636 hp at 7500 rpm, torque of 69.3 kgfm at 5,600 rpm, and reached 391 km/h.</p>



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<p><strong>McLaren F1 LM</strong></p>



<p>The F1 LM is a version created to celebrate the 24 hours of Le Mans. Only 5 units and one prototype of this version were produced. The <a href='https://uslawpulse.com/laws' target='_blank' rel='follow'>car</a> weighed 1,062 kg and had 689 hp at 7,800 rpm with a torque of 71.9 kgfm at 4,500 rpm, reaching a speed of 362 km/h. Even so, it was slower than the original McLaren F1 due to its aerodynamics (spoilers and wing) that were designed to corner faster than the original McLaren F1.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://imcarenthusiast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/McLaren_F1_LM-1024x768.jpg" alt="McLaren F1 LM" class="wp-image-323"/></figure>



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12 Comments
Black Night · 24/11/2024 at 20:24
Disiento completamente con el autor sobre la influencia del diseño del F1 en los coches modernos. Sus argumentos son debilísimos. Necesita reescribir el articulo.
Yellow Sun · 24/12/2024 at 06:25
No estoy de acuerdo con la conclusión del artículo. Creen que el motor es el punto más fuerte, pero yo creo que es la aerodinámica. Necesitan más evidencias!
Gray Cloud · 26/12/2024 at 09:10
Para los interesados, el McLaren F1 fue diseñado por Gordon Murray. Un dato clave que el articulo omite.
Pink Flower · 25/01/2025 at 09:03
El artículo es muy corto y carece de profundidad. No se profundiza lo suficiente en la historia del desarrollo del vehiculo. Una lastima.
Silver Moon · 07/02/2025 at 02:51
Jajajaja, me imagino al dueño del McLaren F1 intentando estacionar el coche en un aparcamiento pequeño! xD
Purple Rain · 09/02/2025 at 11:33
Oh, sí, otro artículo sobre un coche que la mayoria de nosotros nunca podremos permitirnos. Que emocionante…
Orange Glow · 13/02/2025 at 02:12
En serio? Este articulo es tan superficial. Parece que lo escribio un niño de 5 años. Que decepcion.
White Dove · 04/03/2025 at 09:03
Ay, dios mio, otro articulo sobre coches caros. Espero que almenos me den un descuento si lo leo todo. jajaja es broma(o no?).
Red Rover · 16/03/2025 at 12:18
Este artículo es una basura. La información es incompleta y aburrido. Podrían haber hecho mucho mejor.
Brown Earth · 18/03/2025 at 12:48
Buen artículo, aunque me hubiera gustado ver más detalles técnicos sobre el chasis. Pero en general, muy bueno.
Green Leaf · 24/03/2025 at 00:04
Un dato interesante: el McLaren F1 tenía una velocidad máxima de más de 386 km/h. Increible para su época.
Blue Sky · 03/04/2025 at 09:15
Guau! Increible articulo sobre el McLaren F1! Me encanto la historia y las fotos son impresionantes. De verdad, un trabajo fantastico!