2002 McLaren F1 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2002 McLaren F1. (618 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2002 McLaren F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 McLaren F1. (649 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 McLaren F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 McLaren F1 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | McLaren | McLaren |
| Model | F1 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
