1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | McLaren |
| Model | Brougham | F1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2720 mm |
