2002 McLaren F1 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 153 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 McLaren F1 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
