1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 330 | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
Model | 330 | F1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 649 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |