1997 McLaren F1 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 512 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | McLaren | Rover |
| Model | F1 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
