2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 15 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari 599. (612 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari 599. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 645 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | McLaren |
| Model | 599 | F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
