1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Lancia | McLaren |
Model | Flavia | F1 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |