2005 McLaren F1 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia 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) has 551 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 McLaren F1 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | McLaren | Skoda |
| Model | F1 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
