1982 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mazda Cosmo | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Mazda | McLaren |
Model | Cosmo | F1 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |