2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 2 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. (96 Nm). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | McLaren |
| Model | Diablo | F1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5994 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 618 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
