1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 15 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 438 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 237 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 1998 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 McLaren F1 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
