2004 AC Aceca vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | AC | McLaren |
Model | Aceca | F1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |