1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 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 518 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 222 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 1999 McLaren F1 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 1999 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | McLaren | Vauxhall |
| Model | F1 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
