1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 McLaren F1 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 McLaren F1 LM would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 LM 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 1995 McLaren F1 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
Model | 146 | F1 LM |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 705 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |