1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 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 587 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | McLaren |
| Model | 600 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
