1950 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 500 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Fiat | McLaren |
| Model | 500 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
