2003 Ford Lynx vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, both 2003 Ford Lynx and 2003 McLaren F1 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 McLaren F1 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 2003 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx, 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Lynx | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Lynx | F1 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |