1999 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon 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 421 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 164 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, 2011 Seat Leon, 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | McLaren | Seat |
| Model | F1 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
