2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 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 383 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 503 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Jaguar | McLaren |
Model | S-Type | F1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |