1968 Ferrari 275 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 275. (297 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
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 Ferrari 275 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
| Model | 275 | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| 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 | 1175 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
