1997 McLaren F1 vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1997 McLaren F1 | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | McLaren | Triumph |
Model | F1 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |