1961 Austin A vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 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 622 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 83 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Austin | McLaren |
Model | A | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |