1998 McLaren F1 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 322 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 644 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 McLaren F1 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | McLaren | Porsche |
Model | F1 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |