2004 McLaren F1 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 7 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 184 more horse power than 2011 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 McLaren F1.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S6. (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S6. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2004 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2004 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 McLaren F1 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | McLaren | Audi |
| Model | F1 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 619 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2847 mm |
