1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1960 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Isuzu Minx | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Isuzu | McLaren |
Model | Minx | F1 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |