2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 McLaren F1 (619 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (341 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2004 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | McLaren | Porsche |
| Model | F1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
