1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 318 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1999 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1999 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | McLaren | Audi |
| Model | F1 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2842 mm |
