1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
