1960 Austin 7 vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 McLaren F1 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Austin | McLaren |
| Model | 7 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 619 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
