2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Because 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 McLaren F1. (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 McLaren F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | McLaren |
| Model | Murcielago | F1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 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 | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
