1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 288 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 McLaren F1 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
Model | Alfetta | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |