2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | S4 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
