1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Abarth | McLaren |
| Model | 1600 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
