1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | McLaren |
Model | TX-GT | F1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |