1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 7 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1999 McLaren F1. (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1999 McLaren F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Aero weights approximately 123 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 McLaren F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | McLaren | SSC |
| Model | F1 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1090 mm |
