1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane 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 494 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane. 1981 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2003 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2003 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Fairlane | F1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |