2001 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 558 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
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, 2011 Renault Clio, 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | McLaren | Renault |
| Model | F1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
