1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 509 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
Model | Alfetta | F1 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |