2003 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 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 510 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 82 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | McLaren | Citroen |
| Model | F1 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
