1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Buick | McLaren |
Model | 40 | F1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |