2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C 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 598 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | McLaren | Steyr |
| Model | F1 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1950 mm |
