2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Viper. (600 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Viper. (759 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Dodge | McLaren |
| Model | Viper | F1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
