1994 McLaren F1 vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 13 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 430 more horse power than 2007 Opel Speedster. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster. 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 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
