1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey 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 480 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 McLaren F1 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jensen Healey | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Jensen | McLaren |
Model | Healey | F1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |