1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 59 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
Model | GTV | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |