1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 7 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 484 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 24 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1998 McLaren F1 | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | McLaren | MG |
Model | F1 | TF |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |