Looking at more ordinary family models, it is inevitable that there will be some visual fatigue. This issue of Car 314 brings you a comparison between very hardcore sports cars, namely the Ferrari F8, Porsche 911 and McLaren 540C. Just seeing their names is enough to get excited, let alone drive them yourself. Sports cars are different from other models, the appearance is cool, the power is enough, other factors are completely unimportant.
Appearance: F8 cool, 911 restrained, 540C evil charm
I have to say that the industrial design of the Italians is too fascinating, probably no one will dislike the Ferrari style! The overall low and flat body, coupled with a very wide body width, this is probably what a supercar should look like. The F8's body is covered with a variety of aerodynamic kits that are cool and enhance the performance of the vehicle. The iconic 4-round lights at the rear, coupled with the wide tail wing, are simply a work of art.
The shape of the Porsche 911 is not as exaggerated as other sports cars, and the overall "frog" shape and iconic round lights make the body exude a strong sense of elegance. The tail shape is very rounded, and the penetrating taillights and the iconic heat dissipation will allow you to recognize its identity at a glance.
The McLaren 540C has a family-style design language, especially the front face shape, and the rounded lines outline a very evil smiley face, which has a high degree of recognition. The tail shape is also very exciting, the hook-shaped tail lamp, slender and rounded, the diffuser shape is very exaggerated. In addition, the scissor door can make you the most beautiful boy on the street.
Summary: The three models have very obvious characteristics in the design, the F8 and 540C have a very combat atmosphere and a more supercar temperament. The 911 has many classic elements to add to the body, which is more elegant. In addition, all three models are double-door designed, and the F8 and 911 are available in convertible versions.
Interior: The collision of hardcore and modernity
Inside the cockpit of the F8, the desire to fly has taken over your brain. How big the screen is, how strong the sense of technology, these are not important to Ferrari. The flat-bottom steering wheel, the ceremonial ignition switch, the oversized paddle shifter and the industrial driving mode adjustment device have long been unable to resist the inner restlessness when they see these elements.
Compared to the hard core of the Porsche F8, the interior part of the 911 is more technological. The double 7-inch dashboard still adopts the classic five-element ring design, and also comes standard with a 10.9-inch central control screen. In addition, the 911 is the only model with a 4-seat layout of these three cars, but most owners use it to put their luggage.
The interior of the McLaren 540C is relatively simple, the steering wheel shape is flat-bottomed design, visually simple and rough, but the paddle shifter needs to be optional, which should not be. The center console is equipped with an LCD screen, retaining the physical buttons, and the gear shift mechanism is button-type.
Summary: Personally, the interior of the Ferrari F8 is more in line with the temperament of a sports car. Most of the features are focused on the steering wheel, allowing you to focus more on the fun of driving.
Configuration: The Porsche 911 is the most versatile
Since there are no detailed configuration instructions for the Ferrari F8 on the website, only the Porsche 911 and the McLaren 540C are compared. The 911 Turbo S 3.8T for $2.343 million and the 540C 3.8T Coupe for $2.2 million.
In terms of interior configuration, the 911 is equipped with a multi-function steering wheel, paddle shifters, steering wheel heating and other functions, while the 540C only has an LCD dashboard and is equipped with a lower configuration.
In terms of seats, both are equipped with sports seats. However, the 911 has more features, such as lumbar support, heating and ventilation, electric adjustment of the main and auxiliary seats, etc., and the comfort is also better.
Summary: In fact, for sports cars, as long as the configuration of assisted driving is equipped, other aspects are really not so important.
Body size: F8 size is larger
The Ferrari F8 has a length, width and height of 4611/1979/1206mm and a wheelbase of 2650mm.
The Porsche 911 is 4519/1852/1297mm in length, width and height, with a wheelbase of 2450mm.
The McLaren 540C has a length, width and height of 4530/1930/1202mm and a wheelbase of 2670mm.
Summary: The Ferrari F8 has a larger body size, while the McLaren 540C has the longest wheelbase.
Power: The Ferrari F8 delivers the ultimate speed experience
The Ferrari F8 is powered by a 3.9T V6 twin-turbo longitudinal engine with a maximum horsepower of up to 720 hp and a maximum torque of 770 Nm, mated to a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, and is equipped with rear-wheel drive. Are you satisfied with such a dynamic performance?
The Porsche 911 is divided into three powertrains, with a 3.0T low-power version with a maximum horsepower of 385 hp and a maximum torque of 450 Nm; a 3.0T high power version with a maximum horsepower of 450 hp and a maximum torque of 530 Nm; and a maximum horsepower of 650 hp for the 3.8T engine and a maximum torque of 800 Nm (0-100 km/h acceleration time of only 2.7 S). All three engines are mated to an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission in an H6-cylinder arrangement. In addition, the Carrera and Carrera S are rear-drive, and the rest of the models are equipped with a full-time all-wheel drive system.
The McLaren 540C is powered by a 3.8T longitudinal V8 engine with a maximum horsepower of 540 hp and a maximum torque of 540 Nm, mated to a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, driven by a mid-mounted rear-drive, and 3.4S at 0-100km/h.
Summary: As a sports car, the power part is the core. All three cars gave satisfactory figures, and the F8 achieved a staggering 720 horsepower, which is exciting just to see.
Conclusion: Sports cars are really irresistible, whether you know cars or not, or men and women, you can't help but look at them a few times. Ferrari can be said to be the representative of the supercar, if you are rich enough, then you must own one. The Porsche 911 is not bad, and even the 3.0T version gives us a taste of speed. As for the McLaren 540C, who can resist its "laughter" at you!