1997 McLaren F1 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 McLaren F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2001 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1997 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 1997 McLaren F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 McLaren F1 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | McLaren | Honda |
| Model | F1 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
