1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 580 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | McLaren | Morris |
| Model | F1 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
