2001 McLaren F1 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 448 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | McLaren | Subaru |
| Model | F1 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1555 kg |
