1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 McLaren F1 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Mazda | McLaren |
Model | MX-5 Miata | F1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |