2001 McLaren F1 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | McLaren | Volvo |
| Model | F1 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
