2003 McLaren F1 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 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 223 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | McLaren | Porsche |
| Model | F1 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
