1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 McLaren F1 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Lancia | McLaren |
Model | Aurelia | F1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1130 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |