1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 5 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (454 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1309 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 McLaren F1. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | McLaren | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | F1 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3580 mm |
