2001 McLaren F1 vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 McLaren F1 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 472 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
Because 2001 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 2001 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira. 2003 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 2001 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2001 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | McLaren | Holden |
| Model | F1 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
