1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 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 380 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 245 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
Model | 308 | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |