2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1998 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1998 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Cadillac | McLaren |
Model | STS-V | F1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |