2001 McLaren F1 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 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 336 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2001 McLaren F1 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | McLaren | Porsche |
Model | F1 | 993 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |