2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
Model | 575M Maranello | F1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |