1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | McLaren | Morris |
Model | F1 GTR | Isis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |