1984 Holden Camira vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 McLaren F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Holden | McLaren |
| Model | Camira | F1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
