1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny 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 574 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 GTR | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 715 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
