1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda 1000 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Mazda | McLaren |
Model | 1000 | F1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |