1955 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 644 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 452 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | Fiat | McLaren |
| Model | 500 | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 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 | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
