2003 McLaren F1 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 McLaren F1 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 257 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (361 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 182 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G8. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G8. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 2003 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2003 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | McLaren | Pontiac |
| Model | F1 | G8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
