1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 8 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 McLaren F1. (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1999 McLaren F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 77 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 McLaren F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | McLaren | Saleen |
| Model | F1 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2692 mm |
