1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 594 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | McLaren | Morgan |
| Model | F1 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
