1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type 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 354 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 66 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar E-Type. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar E-Type | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | McLaren |
| Model | E-Type | F1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 619 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
