1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | McLaren | Subaru |
| Model | F1 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
