1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia 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 580 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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 804 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lancia | McLaren |
| Model | Appia | F1 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
