McLaren F1 vs. Ferrari Enzo

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McLaren F1 vs. Ferrari Enzo

Congratulations! You have found two of the world's greatest supercars. The McLaren F1 has long been the most powerful car in the world. And with a price tag of $780,000 (at the time, I guess), it is no bargain. In fact, if you were to race this car, you'd better have the winning prowess of Derek Bell, Michael Scumacher, or Jacky Ickx before driving it. The newcomer is the Ferrari Enzo. I'll admit that the styling on the sides are cool, but the front and back are so-so ("asi-asi in Spanish) in my view. The car is all-Ferrari. You get Italian muscle for $100,000+ less than the F1.

So which car is better? The McLaren F1 or the Ferrari Enzo? I'll begin, you continue. The McLaren F1 is still the best supercar in my view. The only thing the F1 gives up to the Enzo is maybe 30 less HP. But remember, these are supercars we are talking about, not your momma's van (unless it is a Renault Espace F1). The Enzo has more horsepower, maybe a lower top speed, and is less expensive. The F1, however, has been around longer. Does that mean it's showing its age to the Enzo? Pardon my choice of words, but hell no. I think the McLaren has proven itself in endurance racing, and Ferrari's success is with F1 within the past 10 years. Ferrari has never been a factory-based sportscar team, even though their 333SP is still one of the greatest LMPs ever built in the modern age. If Ferrari wanted to challenge Le Mans with specially-prepared Enzos, we'd have to see how they do with some of the world's best drivers. Until then, I think this:

Styling: McLaren over Ferrari
Horsepower: Ferrari over McLaren
Performance: Draw
Price: Ferrari over McLaren
Experience: McLaren over Ferrari

By the way, this may be a rumor, but, did you know that the McLaren F1 COULD be in GT4? Don't believe me? Go to this link for this picture:

http://image.com.com/gamespot/images/2003/reviews/561066_20031217_screen039.jpg

Actually, I was hoping that they'd have the Gulf McLaren of 1996, or the Yellow Corn McLaren in the JGTC. Either way, this British monster with German power could be in GT4. Cross your fingers GT fans... Ferrari Enzo vs. McLaren F1. Which is better?
 
Styling= McLaren,

Power= Enzo,

Performance= McLaren,

Price=McLaren (Enzos are TOO easy and cheap to get hold of for the ultimate) :p

Experience= McLaren.
 
How bout the CLK-GTR?

Heard that its quite a beast to drive. Some models are like race cars, steeringneeds to be taken off before going into the cockpit.
 
Despite being a big Ferrari fan and I love the Enzo but for me it would have to be the F1. McLaren set out to make the ultimate car and succeded it still hasnt been beaten in overall performance terms either.

Also I think Ferrari are making a race version of the Enzo badged as a Maserati called the Muleta only it looks identical to an Enzo and has a bloody great prancing horse badge on the side? I think its being tested for use next year in GT racing Le Mans maybe :) .
 
The Fina McLaren confirmed for GT4. Damn... it would be cool if they included more versions of the GT4, much like all the JGTC cars you could unlock in Gran Turismo 2 (especially by buying the "Music at the Speed of sound" CD and using the bonus CD).

Anyhow, I don't think the McLaren has had a decent challenger, but it would be a blast to see the McLaren F1 and Ferrari Enzo go at it (Road and Track Magazine, you got a cool idea for a magazine NOW!). Anyhow, I'm not bashing the Enzo, but as powerful as it is, it probably couldn't hold a candle to the McLaren F1. The only way it would be possible is if an inexperienced racer was driving a McLaren. But I'm convinced. The McLaren is even styled better than the Enzo. The Enzo is more of a road-going Ferrari. Only thing is that you don't have Michael Schumacher telling you how to drive.

Well, the F1 vs. Enzo battle continues! Next reply!


By the way, today is my birthday as of the date of this Forum post. I'm finally 21. But that is irrelevant for this topic, so go on and reply.
 
I'm guessing it is the Fina McLaren. Normally, PD wants to make things simpler by just saying "McLaren F1 GTR LM." Now, maybe if PD wants to go through with finding more McLarens, it would be interesting to find one suitable for you. Sega Super GT (SCUD Race in Japan) has the Gulf McLaren F1. I think this machine would have been a great choice for GT4. Or if it wants to keep true to the JGTC, it could include the Yellow Corn McLaren F1 (with or without Race Queen Toshimi Horiguchi (go to http://www.idolisland.com/rqdb/profile.cgi?82)).

I know Ferrari is a no-show for GT4 (I would love to race the F50, 360 Modena, or LM Model Enzo.

I still think the F1 beats the Enzo. It's like this year's Rose Bowl. The F1 and Enzo are closely matched, but the F1 outclasses the Enzo. No offense, but... nice try, Ferrari. After all, your Enzo is still very powerful.
 
You know what I found very interesting about that image? The fact that the name of the car is written OVER the gamespot logo. Intentional? I dont know man. I agree with the first comparisons btw.
 
Originally posted by JohnBM01
I know Ferrari is a no-show for GT4 (I would love to race the F50, 360 Modena, or LM Model Enzo.
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KY has said that he is still negotiating with Ferrari, and that if the Ferrari license goes through right at the last minute, the game will be delayed to make room for Ferrari. Seeing how there has been no official word on Ferrari's GT4 presence, and no official car list, keep your fingers crossed, there's still a possibility that Ferrari could make it's way into GT4.

And the LM enzo is not a Ferrari, it's badged as a Maserati (perhaps we will see them in GT4?)
 
(chanting) Ferrari for GT4... Ferrari for GT4... Ferrari for GT4...
 

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