1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 McLaren F1. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 McLaren F1 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | McLaren | Bentley |
Model | F1 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |