2003 McLaren F1 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 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 512 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 130 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2003 McLaren F1 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | McLaren | Peugeot |
Model | F1 | 505 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |