1997 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 9 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 400 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | McLaren | Volvo |
| Model | F1 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
