1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Econoline | F1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
