2001 McLaren F1 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 407 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | McLaren | Audi |
| Model | F1 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2809 mm |
