1998 McLaren F1 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 512 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 McLaren F1 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | McLaren | Alfa Romeo |
Model | F1 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |