1963 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2004 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 McLaren F1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 5000 GT 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 284 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 330 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.
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1963 Maserati 5000 GT | 2004 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Maserati | McLaren |
Model | 5000 GT | F1 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 619 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 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 | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |