1997 McLaren F1 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 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 569 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | McLaren | Zastava |
| Model | F1 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2160 mm |
