1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Abarth | McLaren |
Model | 2400 | F1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 196 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 | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |