1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 McLaren F1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Mazda | McLaren |
| Model | Luce | F1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
