1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Lamborghini | McLaren |
Model | 350 GT | F1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 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 | 1297 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |