1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 461 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Jaguar | McLaren |
Model | S-Type | F1 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |