1971 McLaren M8E vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 McLaren M8E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 McLaren M8E would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 McLaren M8E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 143 kg more than 1971 McLaren M8E.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 McLaren M8E | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | McLaren | Toyota |
Model | M8E | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 965 kg |