1998 McLaren F1 vs. 1960 Porsche 718
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 McLaren F1 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1960 Porsche 718. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 1960 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | McLaren | Porsche |
| Model | F1 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
