1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Scorpio | F1 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |