2003 McLaren F1 vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. 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 576 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | McLaren | Skoda |
| Model | F1 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
