1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 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 238 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (380 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | McLaren | Porsche |
| Model | F1 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2896 mm |
