1994 McLaren F1 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 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 287 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 911. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 McLaren F1 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | McLaren | Porsche |
Model | F1 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 6062 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 881 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |