1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Mazda | McLaren |
Model | 929 | F1 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6062 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |