1994 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 19 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 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | McLaren | Audi |
| Model | F1 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
