2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | McLaren |
| Model | GT | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
