1983 Isuzu Gemini vs. 2001 McLaren F1
To start off, 2001 McLaren F1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Gemini would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 McLaren F1 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. 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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Gemini. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Gemini | 2001 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Isuzu | McLaren |
| Model | Gemini | F1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
