2003 McLaren F1 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 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 465 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2003 McLaren F1 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | McLaren | Peugeot |
Model | F1 | 604 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6062 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |