1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 576 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Austin | McLaren |
| Model | A 55 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
