1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 1973 Seat 124 | |
Make | McLaren | Seat |
Model | F1 GTR | 124 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |