1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Cadillac | McLaren |
Model | 62 | F1 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |