1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Holden | McLaren |
| Model | Berlina | F1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
