2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1951 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1951 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1951 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1951 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 1951 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | McLaren | Porsche |
| Model | F1 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
