1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
| Model | 365 California | F1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 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 | 1495 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
