1997 McLaren F1 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 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 401 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 760 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | McLaren | SsangYong |
| Model | F1 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
