1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Austin | McLaren |
Model | A 110 | F1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |