1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 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 378 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (240 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 142 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) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | McLaren | Pontiac |
| Model | F1 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 305 Nm |
| 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 | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
