2003 McLaren F1 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2003 McLaren F1 and 2003 Opel Vectra 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 493 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 McLaren F1.
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 Opel Vectra, 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | McLaren | Opel |
| Model | F1 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
